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Apple is firing on all cylinders, trading at record highs near $315 after beating earnings estimates four quarters straight. Strong profit margins and steady growth fuel optimism, though its high P/E of 37 means a lot of good news is already priced in.

Apple has beaten analyst estimates every quarter for the past year, with surprises ranging from 3.6% to 9.8%. Earnings grew 21.8% year-over-year and revenue rose 16.6%, showing healthy momentum and a strong 27.2% profit margin.

The narrative is overwhelmingly positive, with Apple hitting fresh all-time highs on excitement about upcoming AI and Siri improvements. New products like a bill-splitting Apple Cash feature and a planned entry into the $200 billion eyewear market are boosting investor confidence.